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In July 2014 a rabbit was anesthetized for two minor procedures, one of which was a partial closing of the eyelid, which requires post- procedural analgesics and 2 days of special monitoring. Two days after the procedure the animal care staff noted the animal was injured and provided veterinary care at that time. Upon contacting the investigators they were informed of the procedure. Had the investigators done proper post-procedural care which includes notifying the animal care staff of the procedure verbally or with post-operative forms that document their observations and the provision of analgesia the injury may have been noticed in a timely manner and prevented additional pain and/ or distress to the animal. The facility has taken steps to prevent future recurrence of this by retraining the investigators and implementing an augmented communication and documentation process. This item has been addressed by the facility.